The Principal Backend Engineer will lead the technical architecture and delivery of backend services for high-profile game projects at The Multiplayer Group (MPG), a division of Climax Studios. This fully remote role involves collaboration with co-dev clients, technical leadership, and mentoring backend engineering teams across MPG, with a focus on balancing technical excellence with production needs.
What You'll Do
- Drive the delivery and deployment of backend services for industry-leading game projects
- Act as a key engineering contact for external co-dev clients
- Collaborate with the Technical Director and Lead to architect solutions
- Balance technical idealism with production pragmatism in solution design
- Define the technical architecture for major game titles
- Ensure implementation quality of backend systems
- Mentor the engineering team
What We're Looking For
- Highly experienced backend engineer
- Must be based in the UK or EU
- Fully remote availability
Team & Environment
Work within a team of backend engineers across MPG, contributing to a collaborative and technically focused environment. Reporting structure and team size are not specified, but the role involves cross-team leadership and coordination.
Benefits & Compensation
- People-first culture
- Support for a diverse, global team
- Welcoming and flexible work environment
- Prioritisation of connection—both online and in person
- Focus on giving back to local communities
- Commitment to education initiatives
- Commitment to sustainability
Work Mode
Fully remote role with flexibility, open to candidates based in the UK or EU. The position supports a global work model with a flexible work environment.
Climax Studios is an equal opportunity employer. Specific EEO details are not specified.
